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Joe Simpson

Joe Simpson

Keynote Speaker: Mountaineer & Author of "Touching the Void," "The Beckoning Silence," "The Sound of Gravity" and others

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Joe Simpson Biography

Joe Simpson is a British mountaineer, author and motivational speaker. While climbing in Peru in 1985, he suffered severe injuries and was thought lost after falling into a crevasse, but he survived and managed to crawl back to his base camp. Touching the Void, the story of his amazing survival, has sold over a million copies worldwide.

He now brings his knowledge and powerful stories to the corporate sector in an amazingly inspirational presentation that can be tailored to provide relevance and motivation for virtually every type of business audience. His presentations can be focused on a variety of topics including: Teamwork, Leadership, Personal development, Risk assessment, Management style, and Training.

The drama documentary film of "Touching the Void" won the 2004 Baftas Outstanding British Film of the Year beating "Cold Mountain," "Love Actually" and "Girl with a Pearl Earring" and The Evening Standard Best film of the year 2004. It is now officially the most successful documentary in British cinema history.

Simpson authored nine books cataloging his harrowing adventures climbing mountains all over the world. "Touching the Void," the best-seller translated into 14 languages, won the Boardman Tasker Prize 1988, NCR Non fiction Award 1989, Deutsches Literaturpreis 1990, and Premio del Libro di Montagna 1993. It has sold over one and half million copies worldwide. His sixth book, "The Beckoning Silence," was published in January 2002 and was made into a stunning documentary that was first broadcast on C4 in October 2007. He is also author of the novel "The Water People" and non-fiction works "This Game of Ghosts," "Storms of Silence" and "Dark Shadows Falling." To date, all his books have been short-listed for the Boardman Tasker Prize. In late 2009, Simpson re-visited the Himalaya range where, in a solo climb, he succeeded in conquering a new route on the southwest face of Mera. Simpson's second novel, "The Sound of Gravity," was published in September 2011.

Simpson has developed a reputation on the speaking circuit which is second to none. Having spoken to a wide variety of audiences of varying nationalities, Simpson has consistently exceeded all expectations. His presentation is supported by an "all action" introduction video and stunning photography.

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Joe Simpson Videos

Joe Simpson (Mountaineer)
Parliament Speakers Presents Joe Simpson

How do I book Joe Simpson to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Joe Simpson for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Joe Simpson, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Joe Simpson or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Joe Simpson for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Joe Simpson, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $30,000 - $50,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Joe Simpson, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Joe Simpson speak about?

Joe Simpson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Overcoming Adversity, Climbing, Motivational and Adventure.

Where does Joe Simpson travel from?

Joe Simpson generally travels from Sheffield, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Joe Simpson?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Joe Simpson for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Joe Simpson for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Joe Simpson or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Joe Simpson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Overcoming Adversity, Climbing and Motivational. The estimated speaking fee range to book Joe Simpson for live events is $30,000 - $50,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Joe Simpson generally travels from Sheffield, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Matt Samet, Paul Deegan and Andy Cave. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Joe Simpson for an upcoming event.

Joe Simpson Videos

Joe Simpson (Mountaineer)
Parliament Speakers Presents Joe Simpson

Joe Simpson News

  • How do I book Joe Simpson to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Joe Simpson for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Joe Simpson, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Joe Simpson or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Joe Simpson for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Joe Simpson, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $30,000 - $50,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Joe Simpson, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Joe Simpson speak about?

    Joe Simpson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Overcoming Adversity, Climbing, Motivational and Adventure.
  • Where does Joe Simpson travel from?

    Joe Simpson generally travels from Sheffield, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Joe Simpson?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Joe Simpson for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Joe Simpson for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Joe Simpson or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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